SN1 reaction

Introduction Nucleophilic substitution occurs when the nucleophile replaces a functional group in another molecule (the electrophile). It’s like a graceful waltz where partners swap places. The term “nucleophile” literally means “nucleus-loving.” These electron-rich species seek out positively charged or electron-poor partners to bond with. The nucleophile approaches the electrophile, and they exchange a functional group. … Read more